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Free BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Blackburn

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Blackburn. Classes run full-time during the day at Blackburn College. This two-year course covers a wide range of public services topics, from fitness testing and incident management to working directly with services including the RAF, the Army, and the fire service. You'll need four GCSEs at Grade 4 or a completed Level 2 course to apply. The course is assessed through coursework and practical activities.

Who this course is for

The course is ideal for those wishing to pursue a career in the Public Services, you will gain an insight into the range of Public Services related topics ranging from fitness testing and training to the planning and management of major incidents, in addition you will interact with a range of Public Services to give you a good understand and knowledge of the services. You will benefit from our links with the RAF recruitment team, the 4th Battalion Duke of Lancashire regiment and Blackburn Fire & Rescue. The Public Services tutors have between them a total of over 40 years of experience and will provide you with first hand knowledge. You will gain a full understanding of the roles within both Uniformed and Non-uniformed Public Services to ensure you know the career you want to move into, which could lead to progressing on to university or directly into the Military or Emergency Services.

Entry requirements

You will need 4 GCSEs at Grade 4, not necessarily including Maths or English or completion of a Level 2 course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and roles of uniformed public services such as the police, fire service, and armed forces.
  • You'll develop fitness knowledge and take part in fitness testing and training relevant to public service entry.
  • You'll study the planning and management of major incidents.
  • You'll build an understanding of discipline, teamwork, and leadership within uniformed services.
  • You'll interact with real public service organisations, including the RAF recruitment team and the 4th Battalion Duke of Lancaster's Regiment.
  • You'll gain knowledge of public service values, law, and citizenship.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and direct engagement with public service organisations. Assessment is through assignments and coursework rather than traditional exams. Blackburn College has established links with the RAF, the Army, and the fire service, and you'll benefit from visits and interactions with these organisations as part of your study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Blackburn College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, joining a UK constabulary after further selection
  • Firefighter, applying to a local fire and rescue service
  • Army soldier or officer, building on your knowledge of uniformed services
  • RAF recruit, supported by the college's RAF recruitment links
  • Prison officer, working within the National Probation Service or HMPPS
  • Paramedic or emergency services technician, with further training
  • Border Force officer, working at UK ports and airports
  • Security officer, moving into protective services roles

What you could study next

A Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate is equivalent to one A-Level and can support applications to higher education. You could progress to a Foundation Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Public Services, Criminology, or Policing. Alternatively, a Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management would support career development within the services. Some learners go on to complete a Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship or a degree-level entry route into the armed forces.

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